Description
Crockpot Cilantro Lime Chicken is an easy, flavorful slow‑cooker recipe that combines juicy chicken breast with lime juice, grape juice, and fresh cilantro. Perfect for busy weeknights, this Mexican‑inspired dish offers bright citrus notes, aromatic herbs, and a tender texture that shreds easily for tacos, salads, or rice bowls. The hands‑off method saves time while delivering restaurant‑quality taste, making it a top choice for families and meal‑prep lovers across the United States.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breast
- 1 cup grape juice
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix grape juice, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken.
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6‑8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Shred the chicken before serving and mix with the sauce.
Notes
- For extra heat
- add crushed red pepper flakes. For a thicker sauce
- reduce the cooking liquid on the stovetop after shredding the chicken. Nutrition is approximate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 220
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